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Bar closed while we hold OPEN AUDITIONS, Wed Feb 21
Wednesday February 21, 2018. Artword Artbar will be closed to the public today. We are holding OPEN AUDITIONS for several upcoming theatre projects by Gallery on the Bay and Artword Theatre. Gallery on the Bay is seeking to fill two … Continue reading
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The North Enders, Charly Chiarelli, Ron Weihs, Venesio deSalvo, Sat Feb 17
Saturday February 17, 2018, 8 pm, $10. The North Enders features Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals, Ron Weihs on fiddle and guitar, and Venesio DeSalvo on guitar. They will perform a variety of music from jazz and blues to rock … Continue reading
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The Ault Sisters, back for Valentine’s week! Fri Feb 16
Friday February 16, 2018, at 8 pm. $15/$10 students. Reserve email artword@artword.net or Book online More Valentine treats! Treat your sweetie to some sweet harmonies! Jazz with the incredible vocal trio The Ault Sisters. Experience the joy of sweet sibling … Continue reading
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CANCELLED:Jazz drummer David Lyttle w. Nick Morgan saxophone, Thurs Feb 15
SHOW CANCELLED: Thursday February 15, 2018, 8 pm, $15. Drummer David Lyttle is Ireland’s most celebrated jazz musician of today. He’s the island’s only MOBO Award nominee and has made appearances in over twenty countries, including recent artist residencies in China … Continue reading
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Soirée Frenchkiss: Amélie & Les Singes Bleus, Le R 1er, Moonfruits, Wed Feb 14
Wednesday February 14, 2018, at 7:30 pm $10. Book online Soirée Frenchkiss: A concert hosted by the Centre Français de Hamilton, with three francophone bands: Amélie & Les Singes Bleus (multi-genre band from Toronto), Moonfruits (folk duo from Québec) and … Continue reading
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Jazz with the Aubrey Wilson Quartet, Sat Feb 10, 2018
Saturday, February 10, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. An Artword favourite returns! Jazz with the Aubrey Wilson Quartet, featuring Chris Bruder on piano, Tom Altobelli on bass, Sean Bruce Parker on drums and bandleader Aubrey Wilson on vocals.
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Willie P Bennett Tribute w. Barry James Payne, Rick Taylor, David Essig, and more, Fri Feb 9 at 6:30 and 9:30
Friday February 9, 2018, two shows: 6:30 pm (SOLD OUT) 9:30 pm $25 Adv, (Call 905-543-8512 or 905-912-9083) $30 Door for 9:30 show only A tribute concert to the late Willie P. Bennett, icon of Canadian folk-roots scene up to … Continue reading
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Jazz double bill: Magee/D’Alves Duo + Scott Taplay Group, Thurs Feb 8, 2018
Thursday February 8, 2018, 8 pm $10. Jazz double bill: Magee/D’Alves Duo: Des Magee vocals, Alex D’Alves guitar plus The Scott Taplay Group: Scott Taplay guitar, Victor Agrippa alto sax, Jonas Pearson Paavola bass.
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Rapper LTtheMonk (Liam Tyndall) & Friends, Wed Feb 7, 2018
Wednesday February 7, 2018, at 8 pm, $5 students. Rapper LTtheMonk (Liam Tyndall) and some of his colleagues at Mohawk Music. www.facebook.com/ltthemonk/
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Jazz double bill: Alex Fournier sextet + Dan Pitt trio, Sat Feb 3, 2018
Saturday Feb 3, 2018, at 8 pm, $10. An exciting jazz double bill to kick off our first weekend of concerts in 2018: Bassist and composer Alex Fournier brings his sextet Triio: Bea Labikova alto sax; Aidan Sibley trombone; Tom … Continue reading
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closed Dec 17/2017 to Feb 2/2018
Closed Dec 17, 2017 to Feb 2, 2018. First show Sat Feb 3. February events are now posted. For inquiries, email: artword @artword.net
Review of Charly’s Piano, by Brian Morton View Magazine
“A Celebration of Spirit” Review by Brian Morton of Charly’s Piano in View Magazine, December 14 2017 They say it takes thirty years to become a master at something. I can confirm then, that Charly Chiarelli, the Sicilian born, North … Continue reading
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Review: Veteran raconteur hits right notes in Charly’s Piano
Review Veteran raconteur hits right notes in Charly’s Piano WhatsOn Dec 5 2017 05:26 PM by Gary Smith, Hamilton Spectator Charly Chiarelli recalls the world of 1970s Toronto in “Charly’s Piano.” Want to go back to the early ’70s? To … Continue reading
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THEATRE: Charly Chiarelli’s new show Charly’s Piano, Dec 7 to 16
December 7 to 16, 2017. Charly’s Piano, Charly Chiarelli’s heartwarming Christmas show about how he organized a fundraiser to buy a piano for the Clarke Institute of Psychiatry in 1972. An Artword Theatre Production, directed by Ronald Weihs. Charly’s Piano … Continue reading
Bluegrass with New Cumberland, Sat Dec 2
Saturday, December 2, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve call 905-543-8512. Back with some blazing hot bluegrass: The New Cumberland bluegrass band from London Ontario: Tom Burns vocals and guitar, Blair Heddle vocals, mandolin and dobro, Paul Hurdle vocals … Continue reading
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Mark McNeil: Tales from Hamilton, Fri Dec 1
Friday Dec. 1, 2017 at 8 pm, tip jar. Mark McNeil with Tales from Hamilton. Celebrated singer-songwriter and longtime Spectator reporter Mark McNeil will give you the inside scoop about the city we love. After 35 years of chronicling Hamilton, … Continue reading
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CANCELLED Dance showcase, Wed-Thur, Nov 29-30
CANCELLED Wed & Thurs, November 29 & 30, 2017, 8 pm, $10. The Dance Showcase is not able to go ahead as planned.
Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble, Sat Nov 25
Saturday November 25, 2017 at 8 pm, $15. The Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble returns! This ensemble combines the ancient rhythms of Africa with the jazz harmonies of modern times. Waleed Abdulhamid (Composer/Band Leader) explains: “We play melody on top … Continue reading
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The Amy Project, stories/songs of Amy Winehouse Fri Nov 24
Friday November 24, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. The Amy Project is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life of Amy Winehouse, the late British soul, blues and jazz singer. The show … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriter Pip, with Brad Cheeseman & Jadon Haughton, Thurs Nov 23
Thursday November 23, 2017 at 8 pm, $10/$5. Singer-songwriter Pip writes distinctive and melodic art-pop songs with jazz and world elements. He will be joined by seasoned, award-winning Brad Cheeseman on bass and young up-and-comer-to-watch Jadon Haughton on drums. Together … Continue reading
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Timna & Dario Duo (Brazil/Argentina), Wed Nov 22
Wednesday November 22, 2017, 8 pm, $10. Timna & Dario Duo (Timna Comedi and Darío Acosta Teich). Opening set by Euphonic. A beautiful Brazilian voice and Argentinian guitar come together in exquisite arrangements that combine tropical rhythms with jazzy harmonies … Continue reading
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The Secrets of the Gypsy Guitar: Oleg Timofeyev and Vadim Kolpakov, Tues Nov 21
Tuesday November 21, 2017, at 7:30 pm. $20 regular / $15 students, seniors. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online. The Secrets of the Gypsy Guitar, a performance by the ZINGARESCA Duo: Oleg Timofeyev and Vadim Kolpakov. Oleg Timofeyev is a pioneer … Continue reading
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Bossa Duo Angela Turone & Chris Platt, Fri Nov 17
Friday November 17, 2017, $10. The Bossa Duo, vocalist Angela Turone and jazz guitarist Chris Platt, perform original arrangements and interpretations of bossa nova and samba favourites, written by some of Brazil’s most venerated composers and lyricists. With Pat Collins … Continue reading
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closed Nov 15,16 & 18: Learie performing Harbourfront Nov 16-18
Artword Artbar will be closed on Wed & Thurs Nov 15 & 16 and Sat Nov 18. Why? Dancer/choreographer Learie Mc Nicolls has been invited by Artistic Director Mimi Beck to be part of the DanceWorks 40th Anniversary Celebration at the … Continue reading
SwingLine Big Band filling in for MOJO, Sat Nov 11
Saturday November 11, 2017, 8 pm, $15. Filling in for MOJO (who had to cancel) is the wonderful SwingLine band (The Little Big Band). SwingLine began as a project organized by Darren Blundell and Urmas Soomet. The musicians of this … Continue reading
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Jennis: Dennis Gaumond & Jen Gillmor, folk-blues, Fri Nov 10
Friday November 10, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Back at Artword Artbar! Jennis, the delightful folk-blues duo. Jennis brings together Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond’s original blues and folk with the diverse musical experiences of Toronto multi-instrumentalist Jen Gillmor. The unique blend … Continue reading
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Latin Music and Poetry peña with Marcelo Puente, Thurs Nov 9
Thursday November 9, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Join us for a special evening: a Latin Peña Trova y Poesia, with artists: Ama Luna, Edgardo Moreno, Fito Molina, Lil America, Marcelo Puente, Nancy Reyes, Constanza Durán and a guest youth … Continue reading
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Water Bear (Tom Dusome and Alex T), and guests, Wed Nov 8
Wednesday November 8, 2017, tip jar. Our friend Tom Dusome is back with a new project — Water Bear is Tom Dusome and Alex T writing original songs that are honest, dealing with themes of autonomy, survival, and home. Some … Continue reading
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String Bone (Barry James Payne), new album Love & Highways, Sun Nov 5 at 7 pm
Sunday November 5, 2017, at 7:00 pm, $15. Early show with Barry James Payne and his String Bone band. String Bone is Americana to the bone, Canadiana in the heart and soul. Southern Ontario songwriter Barry James Payne, the architect … Continue reading
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Rae Billing and her band Crybaby, Sat Nov 4
Saturday November 4, 2017, 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online. Alt-country songstress Rae Billing and her full band Crybaby: Rae Billing on vocals and acoustic guitar, Andrew Aldridge on guitar, Steve Koch on guitar, Greg Brisco on keys, … Continue reading
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Cootes Paradise six-member roots band, Fri Nov. 3
Friday November 3, 2017, 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online. The powerhouse band of familiar faces returns to Artword Artbar: Cootes Paradise, a collective of six musicians who chose to play together, combining their many talents. Their music … Continue reading
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RADIO Dial Trio (Stuart Laughton, Rebecca Campbell, Martin Worthy), Thurs Nov. 2
Thursday November 2, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Stuart Laughton’s RADIO DIAL band performs for the first time as an acoustic trio. Stuart Laughton (vocals + many instruments), Rebecca Campbell (vocals) and Martin Worthy (guitar, drums, vocals) bring you an … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival: Alto & Tenor Madness with Colleen Allen and Darcy Hepner, Sun Oct 29 at 8 pm
The 5th Annual Steel City Jazz Festival runs from October 24 to 29, 2017, at Artword Artbar and other venues. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/ * Sunday, October 29, 2017, at 8pm, $15/$10 for students: Smordin Law Artist-in-Residence Series: Alto & Tenor Madness with … Continue reading
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SOLD OUT: Steel City Jazz Festival: Barry Livingston Group, Sat Oct 28
The 5th Annual Steel City Jazz Festival October 24 to 29, 2017, at Artword Artbar and other venues. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/ SOLD OUT * Saturday, October 28, 2017, at 8pm, $15/$10 for students: Smordin Law Artist-in-Residence Series: Barry Livingston Group with Colleen … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival, Aubrey Dayle, On Topic Trio, Fri Oct 27
The 5th Annual Steel City Jazz Festival October 24 to 29, 2017, at Artword Artbar and other venues. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/ * Friday, October 27, 2017, at 8pm, $15/$10 for students: On Topic Trio: guitarist Kim Ratcliffe, drummer Aubrey Dayle, and bassist … Continue reading
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SCJF Speaker Series, Oct 27 5pm, Oct 28 noon, 2pm, 4pm, Oct 29 2pm
The Steel City Jazz Festival launches a series of free talks designed to widen the conversation about how musicians make great jazz. Friday, October 27, 5 pm, at Artword Artbar. A clinic by drummer Aubrey Dayle of On Topic Trio. … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival: Alex Pangman & her Alleycats, Thurs Oct 26
The 5th Annual Steel City Jazz Festival October 24 to 29, 2017, at Artword Artbar and other venues. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/ * Thursday, October 26, 2017, at 8pm, $15/$10 for students: Alex Pangman and her Alley Cats: Alex Pangman vocals; Peter Hill … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival: Adrean Farrugia Trio, w. Drew Jurecka, Wed Oct 25
The 5th Annual Steel City Jazz Festival October 24 to 29, 2017, at Artword Artbar and other venues. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/ * Wednesday, October 25, 2017, at 8pm, $15/$10 for students: Adrean Farrugia Trio featuring violinist Drew Jurecka with Clark Johnston on … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival: Colleen Allen Quartet, Tues Oct 24
The 5th Annual Steel City Jazz Festival October 24 to 29, 2017, at Artword Artbar and other venues. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/ * Tuesday October 24, 2017, at 8pm, $15/$10 for students: Smordin Law Artist-in-Residence Series: Colleen Allen Quartet: Colleen Allen saxes; Adrean … Continue reading
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The Sandplains Pickers (Ian Bell, the Schotts, Shane Cook, Matt Rait), Sat Oct 21
Saturday, October 21, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online. The Sandplains Pickers are a new stringband from Southwestern Ontario, with musical styles ranging from old-time country and folk to western swing, and some blazing fiddle tunes. … Continue reading
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BLUES: The Mike Almas Blues Band, Fri Oct 20
Friday October 20, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online. An evening of original blues with Mike Almas and his wonderful Mike Almas Blues Band. Mike is a well known and respected songwriter, guitarist, and performer in … Continue reading
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Máire Ní Chathasaigh Irish harp +Chris Newman guitar, Thurs Oct 19
Thursday October 19, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online. Irish harper Máire Ní Chathasaigh and virtuoso acoustic guitarist Chris Newman are visiting Artword Artbar after they make a headlining appearance at the Northern Lights Harp Festival in … Continue reading
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Jazz guitarist Chris Platt album release, Wed Oct 18
Wednesday October 18, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. The Chris Platt Trio will be releasing their debut album, Sky Glow. Chris Platt guitar; Phill Albert bass; Mike Rajna drums. The album consists of entirely original compositions by Chris, drawing influence … Continue reading
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Sad Boys Lit. Society, launch party for Mayami, Sun Oct 15, 6 pm
Sunday October 15, 2017, at 6 pm, $5/pwyc. The Sad Boys Lit. Society presents: a Launch Party for Mayami. Come join the SBLS as they celebrate the release of Ben Robinson‘s chapbook Mayami, (Bird, Buried Press) a collection of poems about … Continue reading
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Hill Brothers Bluegrass Band, Sat Oct 14
Saturday October 14, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online. The renowned Hill Brothers Bluegrass Band is coming back! The band: Randal Hill mandolin and vocals; Rocky Hill guitar and vocals; Tim McDonald banjo and vocals; Owen … Continue reading
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Latin American Peña w. Rosy Cervantes, Fri Oct 13
Friday October 13, 2017, at 8 pm. $10. A Latin American Peña, an evening of music and poetry. Returning as the featured performer is Rosy Cervantes, lead singer of the band La Sana Rabia. Born in Cuernavaca, Rosy has an … Continue reading
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60s Folk Revival Sing-along, Thurs Oct 12
Thursday October 12, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone (the Fall 2017 edition) returns to Artword Artbar. The 60s Folk Revival sing-along concert features Sue Peters (vocals), … Continue reading
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Jazz duo Beats Workin’: David Hurley + Charly Chiarelli, Wed Oct 11
Wednesday October 11, 2017, 8 pm. $10. Beats Workin’, a duo from Kingston, returns to Artword. David Hurley on seven-string guitar and vocals and Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals. They perform a variety of music from jazz, blues, rock … Continue reading
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Chicken-Like Birds, country blues, ragtime, swing, Sun Oct 1, 7:30
Sunday, October 1, 2017, at 7:30 pm, $10. Special show from BC! Country blues, ragtime and swing, by duo Jasmin Frederickson and Ari Lantela, a duo recommended to us by our friends near Salmon Arm, BC. “Chicken-Like Birds is the … Continue reading
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Charly Chiarelli’s hit show Cu’Fu? returns: Sept 28 to Oct 7
Thursday September 28 to Saturday October 7, 2017. Charly Chiarelli‘s classic hit show Cu’Fu? (So Who Did It?), Stories of a Sicilian Family, returns to Hamilton, for a two-week run at Artword Artbar. An Artword Theatre production written and performed … Continue reading
Duane Rutter hosts Songwriters-in-the-Round, Sat Sept 23
Saturday September 23, 2017 at 8 pm, $20. Duane Rutter is back hosting another wonderful Songwriters-in-the-Round evening. The participants this time are: Rae Billing, Michael J. Birthelmer, Jay Linden, Gillian Nicola and Duane Rutter.
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JAZZ: Brad Cheeseman CD Release, Fri Sept 22
Friday September 22, 2017 at 8 pm, $10. Hamilton bassist/composer Brad Cheeseman presents music from his new album The Tide Turns. With: Robert Chapman (guitar), Kelly Jefferson (tenor sax), Sam Kogen (piano/keys), Marito Marques (drums), and special guest Adrean Farrugia … Continue reading
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Big Dance, Little Stage, w. Learie Mc Nicolls, Wed-Thur, Sep 20-21
Wednesday and Thursday, September 20 and 21, 2017, at 8 pm $10. Big Dance Little Stage, our ongoing contemporary dance showcase series hosted by choreographer Learie Mc Nicolls, returns. This series provides an opportunity for dancers to showcase new work, … Continue reading
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The Full Pamela (Pamela Gardner) + Michel deQuevedo, Sun Sept 17, 7 pm
Sunday Sept 17, 2017, 7 pm, $10/pwyc. Special concert. Melodic Pixel Media presents The Full Pamela (Pamela Gardner) and Michel deQuevedo. Pamela Gardner has been described as a velvet voiced songbird with eyes that can make babies laugh and grown … Continue reading
McCurlie, Doidge and Wiles, songs & stories, Fri Sept 15
Friday September 15, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. McCurlie, Doidge and Wiles are an Ancaster-based trio who perform original folk rock music and great story songs, many based on Ancaster’s history. These seasoned musicians are award winning songwriters/artists who sing … Continue reading
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The North Enders: Charly Chiarelli, Venesio DeSalvo, Ron Weihs, Thurs Sept 14
Thursday September 14, 2017, 8 pm. $10. The North Enders features Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals. Charly has recruited his Hamilton pals Venesio DeSalvo on guitar and Ron Weihs on fiddle. They will perform a variety of music from … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriters Richard Garvey, Teal Booth, John Muller, Wed Sept 13
Wednesday Sept 13, 2017, $10. Our wandering minstrel Richard Garvey is back in town. His guests are friends Teal Booth with songs about Hamilton and life, and John Muller, singer-songwriter specializing in folk, bluegrass and flamenco, based in Halifax, Nova … Continue reading
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Jazz reunion: Chris Banks, Adrean Farrugia, Chris Lamont, Chris Gale, Tues Sept 12
Tuesday September 12, 2017 at 8 pm, $15 reg/ $10 students. Special show! The Great Reunion Concert: Chris Banks bass, Adrean Farrugia piano, Chris Gale saxophone, Chris Lamont drums. Adrean explains: “I ran into an old friend (bassist Chris Banks) … Continue reading
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Supercrawl Sat. events, Adam Carter, The Human Race, Brandon General, This Mad Desire, Sat Sept 9, 7 pm
Saturday September 9, 2017, events at Artword Artbar for Supercrawl weekend: * 7 to 10 pm, pwyc /suggested $5-$10: Melodic Pixel Media hosts a Supercrawl Saturday Songwriter Showcase: with The Human Race, Brandon General, This Mad Desire. * the human … Continue reading
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Supercrawl Sat. events: Jazz Jam, Sat Sept 9, 4 to 6:30 pm
Saturday September 9, 2017, events at Artword Artbar for Supercrawl weekend: * 4 to 6:30 pm: Music Jam (jazz, blues R&B and other genres) organized by Stephanie Sloss, with a house band: Devon Savas on bass, Travis Meyers on drums, … Continue reading
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CLOSED from August 6 to September 7, 2017
CLOSED from August 6 to September 7, 2017. Back for Supercrawl weekend.
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Mû Mbana, musician from Guinea-Bissau, Thurs Aug 3
Thursday, August 3, 2017, at 8 pm, $15 advance/ $20 door. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Matapa World Music Series presents Mû Mbana, a multifaceted artist, singer, poet and composer, playing the simbi and other instruments. BREAKING NEWS … Continue reading
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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial, special festival launch, Tues Aug 1
Tuesday, August 1, 2017, 8 pm, $20. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Stuart Laughton‘s wonderful show Radio Dial is launching its summer festival season with a special warm-up show at Artword Artbar. Multi-instrumentalist Stuart Laughton and his merry … Continue reading
Chamber music concert by Brott Festival musicians, Sun July 30
Sunday July 30, 2017, at 7:30 pm. $5. On the evening of Sunday, July 30, classical music will take the stage! Come join the Musicians of the Brott Festival National Academy Orchestra for a concert of intimate chamber music. Ten musicians will … Continue reading
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‘Langston Hughes vs. Joe McCarthy’ should be touring the country: review by Doreen Nicoll
Review by Doreen Nicoll on rabble.ca ‘Langston Hughes vs. Joe McCarthy’ should be touring the country Doreen Nicoll, July 30, 2017 http://rabble.ca/blogs/bloggers/change-gonna-come/2017/07/langston-hughes-vs-joe-mccarthy-should-be-touring-country There’s no doubt about it, history is cyclical. Those well versed in history see the proverbial writing on … Continue reading
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“A fine play, well staged, with a powerful message” review by Brian Morton, Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy
REVIEW: ‘LANGSTON HUGHES VS. JOE MCCARTHY’ at the 2017 Hamilton Fringe Festival https://artsallydotcom.wordpress.com/2017/07/27/review-langston-hughes-vs-joe-mccarthy-at-the-2017-hamilton-fringe-festival/ Ron Weihs’ play, ‘Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy,’ now gets a full production as part of the 2017 Hamilton Fringe Festival. This two man play digs deeply into a very … Continue reading
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“A real gem” Review by Lyla Miklos: Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy
“…a truly enchanting hour showcasing some of Hughes’ moving, political, and still frighteningly relevant poetry.” 2017 HAMILTON FRINGE FESTIVAL MINI REVIEW FROM CENTRE STAGE WITH LYLA MIKLOS ON 101.5 FM THE HAWK This Fringe show was a real gem and … Continue reading
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“Acting powerhouse” Review by Lori Littleton, Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy
“top-notch actors and a unique, artful structure” Jul 24, 2017, by Lori Littleton, Hamilton Spectator Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy Artword Artbar, 15 Colbourne St. — July 25-27 at 9 p.m., and July 28-29 at 8:30 p.m. Writer/ director Ronald … Continue reading
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Fringe 2017: Langston Hughes vs Joe McCarthy, an Artword Theatre producton, July 20 to 29
July 20 to 29, 2017. Artword Theatre participates in the 2017 Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival with a timely and sensitive piece of documentary theatre, Langston Hughes vs. Joe McCarthy, written and directed by Ronald Weihs and produced by Judith Sandiford. … Continue reading
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Fringe 2017: Chéri, a play by Sky Gilbert, based on Colette novels. July 22-23, 28-29
July 22-23, 28-29, 2017. The 2017 Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival at Artword Artbar Bring-Your-Own-Venue: Chéri, a play by Sky Gilbert and Dustin Peters, based on novels of French author Colette (photo). Directed by Sky Gilbert, with Peggy Mahon as Léa, … Continue reading
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Fringe 2017: The Lost Years by Peter Gruner, July 20 to 29
July 20 to 29, 2017. The 2017 Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival at Artword Artbar Bring-Your-Own-Venue: The Lost Years: a Renurg Production by Peter Gruner, directed by Al French, performed by Deb Dagenais and Peter Gruner. Travel through The Lost Years… … Continue reading
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BYOV 3 shows at Artword Artbar: Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival, July 20 to 30
July 20 to 30, 2017. Artword Artbar is a Bring-Your-Own-Venue for three theatre projects in the 2017 Hamilton Fringe Theatre Festival. Full schedule of the Festival BUY Tickets on Fringe Festival website The productions at Artword Artbar are: #1: The … Continue reading
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Blue Moon Marquee, gypsy blues jazz, Sat July 15
Saturday July 15, 2017, at 8 pm, $15/$10. Gypsy-blues jazz duo Blue Moon Marquee (A.W. Cardinal guitar, vocals and Jasmine Colette upright bass, percussion, vocals) are swinging by Artword Artbar! This authentic duo writes and performs original compositions influenced by … Continue reading
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Jazz w. The Carolyn Credico Quartet, Fri July 14
Friday July 14, 2017 at 8 pm, $10. Jazz with The Carolyn Credico Quartet: Carolyn Credico vocals, Bob Shields guitar, Clark Johnston bass, Adam Fielding drums. The Quartet will perform a variety of beautiful jazz standards, latin and pop tunes. … Continue reading
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Songs from musicals, w. vocalists Alyssa Giammaria and Leah Korkowski, Wed July 12
Wednesday July 12, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 /$5. Two vocalists, Alyssa Giammaria and Leah Korkowski, recent graduates from Mohawk Music, will be sharing with you their love of songs from musicals. Their band includes: Ian Brown on piano, Jesse … Continue reading
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Back to the 1780s! The WÖR band from Belgium, Mon July 10 at 7:30
Monday July 10, 2017, at 7:30 pm, $15. SPECIAL SHOW! Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Matapa World Festival Series presents the WÖR band from Belgium, on a festival tour in Ontario. The musicians: Fabio Di Meo, baritone & soprano … Continue reading
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Jazz w. the Scott Taplay Group, Sat July 8
Saturday July 8, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Jazz with the Scott Taplay Group: guitarist Scott Taplay, Jonas Pearson Paavola electric bass and Victor Agrippa alto sax. This jazz trio performs a modern take on jazz standards and a few … Continue reading
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Latin American Peña, w. Rosy Cervantes, music & poetry, Fri July 7
Friday July 7, 2017, at 8 pm. $10. A Latin American Peña, an evening of music and poetry. Featured performer is Rosy Cervantes, lead singer of the band La Sana Rabia. Born in Cuernavaca, Rosy has an extensive career in … Continue reading
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60s Folk Revival Sing-along, Thurs July 6
Thursday July 6, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone returns to Artword Artbar. The 60s Folk Revival sing-along concert features Sue Peters (vocals), Michelle Rumball (vocals), Dwight … Continue reading
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Jeffery Straker + Andreas + Shelley Gordon, Jordan Fox, Wed July 5
Wednesday July 5, 2017, at 8 pm, $8 adv/$10 at the door. Singer-songwriter Jeffery Straker returns to Artword Artbar with his show Inside the Songs. His guests for the evening include Andreas: Brian Andreas & Jennifer Lockman and the duo Shelley … Continue reading
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Richard Garvey, w. Teal Booth & Charlie Banjo Bean, Fri June 30
Friday, June 30, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Richard Garvey, our favourite wandering minstrel is on the road again. He’s back at Artword, this time with two guests: singer-songwriters Teal Booth and Charlie Banjo Bean. A great start to your … Continue reading
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Guitarist Doug Murphy, psychedelic jazz fusion, Thurs June 29
Thursday June 29, 2017, 8 pm, $10 reg / $5 students. Back for more of “It Is What It Is” — fusion psychedelic jazz featuring the far-out fabulous Doug Murphy on guitar, with Alana Gunn bass, Oscar Galbraith drums, Mike … Continue reading
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Romancing the Song, w. Loretta Bailey, James Gordon, Michael Mulrooney, Sat June 24
Saturday June 24, 2017, at 8 pm, $20. Call 905-543-8512, or Book online Robert Missen presents Romancing the Song, performed by singers Lorretta Bailey and James Gordon, with Michael Mulrooney on piano, in a tribute to the wealth of musical … Continue reading
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Artword Theatre: Seven Duets +Night Journey by Learie Mc Nicolls, June 21-23
Wednesday to Friday, June 21 to 23, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 advance (call 905-543-8512) / $15 at door. Artword Theatre presents a Contemporary Dance Showcase, curated by dancer-choreographer Learie Mc Nicolls. The program will be repeated for three evenings. … Continue reading
Singer-songwriters Thom Coombes and Max Marshall, Sat June 17
Saturday June 17, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Two folk-based singer-songwriters on tour with new material for spring 2017 are making a stop at Artword Artbar. Thom Coombes from Newfoundland and Max Marshall from Harrow, Ontario, have embarked on an … Continue reading
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Jazzy blues & more, The Kirkendolls, Fri June 16
Friday June 16, 2017, at 8 pm, $10/ pwyc. A return visit by The Kirkendolls, a new local band: Mark Caruana on vocals and guitar, Tom Shea on bass, Jamie Shea on guitar, and Mario Laquintana on drums. The music … Continue reading
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Andrew Aldridge – Planet of the Loops, Thur June 15
Thursday June 15, 2017, at 8 pm, $tba (call 905-543-8512). Noted guitarist Andrew Aldridge is bringing back his legendary Planet of the Loops live at Artword Artbar with special guests: Tim Tickner, Wally Jericho, Steve Wood, Andrew Aldridge. Join us … Continue reading
José Contreras + Paul Linklater, Sat Jun 10
Saturday June 10, 2017 at 8 pm, $10. José Contreras of By Divine Right and Paul Linklater of the Pinecones bring their respective solo acts to Artword Artbar. These veteran performers thrive on thwarting the sonic convention of the strumming … Continue reading
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CONCERT: Cootes Paradise, Fri June 9
Friday June 9, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online The powerhouse band of familiar faces returns to Artword Artbar: Cootes Paradise, a collective of six musicians who chose to play together, combining their many talents. Their … Continue reading
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Bolivian charango player Willy Rios, Thurs June 8
Thursday June 8, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve call 905-543-8512, or Book online Special event! Willy Rios, master charango player from Bolivia, is visiting Artword Artbar. He will be performing with Hugo Larenas (flamenco and classical guitarist) and … Continue reading
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One-Night-Only-Reunion Show: Jason Jones Unit, jazz-bluegrass, Wed June 7
Wed June 7, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 / $5 students. The Jason Jones Unit returns to Artword Artbar for a One Night Only Reunion Show. Jason Jones guitar, Jill McKenna bass and Scott Taplay guitar, plus guest fiddle player … Continue reading
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Jazz: Ted’s Warren Commission, Sat June 3
Saturday June 3, 2017, at 8 pm. $15 / $10 students. To reserve call 905-543-8512, or Book online Ted’s Warren Commission plays fresh, original, modern jazz. Ted Warren’s compositions draw on the history of the music while pointing to the … Continue reading
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tiny bill cody sees the devil, Fri June 2, 9 pm
Friday June 2, 2017, at 9 pm, $10. The ever-unpredictably wonderful Tiny Bill Cody is back with a solo show: “tiny bill cody sees the devil“, in which tiny bill cody recounts his incredible true story of seeing the devil, thinking … Continue reading
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Beats Workin’ duo David Hurley & Charly Chiarelli, Thurs June 1
Thursday June 1, 2017, 8 pm. $10. Beats Workin’ is a duo from Kingston: David Hurley on seven-string guitar and vocals and Charly Chiarelli on harmonica and vocals. They perform a variety of music from jazz, blues, rock and original. … Continue reading
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Jazz w. Leah Korkowski and Jesse Martel, Wed May 31
Wednesday May 31, 2017, at 8 pm, $10/ $5 students. Jazz duo from Hamilton: vocalist Leah Korkowski and guitarist Jesse Martel, play an eclectic mix of indie, folk, pop, and jazz music. They will play some original pieces as well … Continue reading
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Celtic duo Mairi Rankin & Ailie Robertson, Tues May 30, 7:30
Tuesday May 30, 2017 at 7:30 pm, $15 door/ $10 adv. To reserve in advance call 905-543-8512, or Book online A special concert by Celtic duo Mairi Rankin and Ailie Robertson, on tour in Canada. They are part of the … Continue reading
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JAZZ: The On-Topic Trio (Dayle, Ratcliffe, Cheeseman), Sat May 27
Saturday May 27, 2017, at 8 pm, $15/$10. Jazz with the On Topic Trio, a collaborative effort from guitarist Kim Ratcliffe, drummer Aubrey Dayle from Toronto, and bassist Brad Cheeseman from Hamilton. Each a leader of his own solo project, … Continue reading
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BLUES: The Mike Almas Blues Band, Fri May 26
Friday May 26, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. To reserve call 905-543-8512, or Book online An evening of original blues with Mike Almas and his wonderful Mike Almas Blues Band. Mike is a well known and respected songwriter, guitarist, and … Continue reading
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Roots troubadour Nudie from PEI, Thurs May 25
Thursday May 25, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Roots troubadour Nudie returns to Artword, on tour in Ontario, from Charlottetown, PEI. Special guest is Chris Altmann on pedal steel guitar. Nudie’s authentic style of music and songwriting is captured on … Continue reading
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Singer-Songwriters NLX, Tara Holloway, Sammi Morelli, Wed May 24
Wednesday May 24, 2017 at 8 pm, $10. To reserve in advance call 905-543-8512, or Book online Three singer-songwriters team up for a great night of music. NLX from Hamilton, now NY-based. Tara Holloway now back in her hometown Ottawa. … Continue reading
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Ronley Teper’s Lipliners, w. Dave Gould, Sat May 20
Saturday May 20, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. From Toronto, the surprising and delightful Ronley Teper’s Lipliners, plus a special guest opening set by Hamilton’s ever-inventive Dave Gould. Children at heart who love comedic, poetic, theatric, yet at times provocative … Continue reading
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Matapa World Music Series: fado singer Tony Gouveia Fri May 19
Friday May 19, 2017, at 8 pm. Tickets: Advanced $20 (call 905-543-8512); Seniors & Students $18; Matapa Members $18; Door $25. Matapa World Music Series presents Tony Gouveia, an impressive voice of a new generation of fadistas (fado singers) in North America. … Continue reading
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Artword Theatre: Charly’s Piano w. Charly Chiarelli, Wed & Thurs May 17 & 18
Wednesday May 17 and Thursday May 18, 2017, at 8 pm, pwyc/$10. Artword Theatre presents Charly’s Piano, a new work-in-progress. A young man looking for work in 1971, a psychiatric hospital, and a piano. Performed by Charly Chiarelli. Written by … Continue reading
Mother’s Day Special, Raine Hamilton & Piper Hayes, Sun May 14 at 2:30
Sunday May 14, 2017, at 2:30 pm, $10. To reserve in advance call 905-543-8512, or Book online Singer-songwriter-violinist Raine Hamilton is on tour from Winnipeg. She teams up with Piper Hayes from Hamilton for a special Mother’s Day Sunday afternoon concert. … Continue reading
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A Love Electric w. Todd Clouser, jazz-rock-psych, Sat May 13
Saturday May 13, 2017, at 8 pm, $15 at door /$12 advance. Advance tickets, call 905-543-8512, or Book online Blockbuster show at Artword! A Love Electric is a critically acclaimed rock trio born out of Mexico City’s jazz scene. Todd Clouser … Continue reading
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MOJO Men of Jazz Octet , Fri May 12
Friday, May 12, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve call 905-543-8512. MOJO is the Men of Jazz Octet, a group of the area’s top jazz players. The line up for the night: Jeff Plumbley trumpet, Lindsay Paul tenor sax, … Continue reading
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Hamilton Poetry Centre Open Reading, Thurs May 11, 7-9 pm
Thursday May 11, 2017, 7 pm. Free. The Hamilton Poetry Centre presents its annual Open Reading. Everyone is welcome to attend and to read. Doors open 6:30, reading starts at 7:00. Please arrive by 6:45 to register Established in 1983, … Continue reading
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Adrean Farrugia hosts Mohawk Music showcase series, Wed May10
Wednesday May 10, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 / $5 students. The final evening of the season in the showcase series from Mohawk College Music, featuring teachers and students coming together to make music. The series is organized by pianist … Continue reading
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JAZZ: vocalist Julie Michels & pianist Adrean Farrugia, Sat May 6
Saturday May 6, 2017, at 8 pm, $15/$10 students. To reserve in advance call 905-543-8512, or Book online Pianist Adrean Farrugia has invited renowned Toronto-based jazz vocalist Julie Michels to heat up the stage at Artword Artbar. Julie Michels is … Continue reading
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Matapa: Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble, Fri May 5
Friday May 5, 2017 at 8 pm. Tickets Advanced $20 (call Artword 905-543-8512); Seniors & Students $15; Matapa Members $15; Door $25. Matapa World Music Series presents Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble combining the ancient rhythms of Africa with the … Continue reading
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The Acoustics, accordion-based music, Thurs May 4
Thursday, May 4, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. The Acoustics, a lively band from the Hamilton area, play their own original folk-rock, world-roots music. Alfonso Spoto on accordion, Bonnie Bell on violin, and Vince Spoto on guitar/vocals. For the past … Continue reading
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Special Concert: Italian jazz pianist Vittorio Mezza, Wed May 3
Wednesday May 3, 2017, at 8 pm. $20/ $15 advance & students. To reserve in advance call 905-543-8512, or Book online Italian pianist and composer Vittorio Mezza is performing with George Koller (bass) and Ben Riley (drums). The concert at … Continue reading
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Corin Raymond + Treasa Levasseur & Brian Kobayakawa, Sat Apr 29
Saturday April 29, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. Or book online https://www.corinraymond.com/shows Singer/storyteller Corin Raymond will be joined by Hamilton-based keyboardist and songbird Treasa Levasseur, along with upright bassist Brian Kobayakawa, for an entertaining evening of … Continue reading
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Jazz w. the Aubrey Wilson Quartet, Fri Apr 28
Friday April 28, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 / $5 students. Jazz with the Aubrey Wilson Quartet, featuring Chris Bruder on piano, Tom Altobelli on bass, Sean Bruce Parker on drums and bandleader Aubrey Wilson on vocals.
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Tamara Buckland hosts Spoken Word Open Mic, Thurs April 27
Thursday April 27, 2017, 8 pm. An Open Mic for Spoken Word Artists, hosted by Tamara Buckland. To participate, please contact Tamara on her Facebook event for this: https://www.facebook.com/events/1266508186737186/
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Singer-songwriters Gina Horswood & Karen Morand, Wed Apr 26
Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Singer-songwriters Karen Morand, from Windsor, and Gina Horswood, on tour from Australia, are coming to Artword Artbar on their Ontario tour. Gina and Karen are not just a couple of chicks playing … Continue reading
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Alex Whorms & Dana Swarbrick, EP release, Sun Apr 23, at 4 pm
Sunday, April 23, 2017, at 4 pm, $10 show/$15 includes EP. To reserve call 905-543-8512, or Book online A Sunday afternoon special concert by pianist and singer-songwriter Alex Whorms, plus a guest set by singer-songwriter Dana Swarbrick. Alex will play … Continue reading
Songwriters-in-the-round, host Duane Rutter, Sat Apr 22
Saturday April 22, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. Duane Rutter (photo right), a guitarist and songwriter from Port Rowan, is hosting a songwriters-in-the-round evening at Artword Artbar: * Jay Linden. Unabashedly acoustic, unabashedly folk rooted, he … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriter Allison Brown & The Assembly Line, Fri Apr 21
Friday, April 21, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Folk-roots singer-songwriter Allison Brown is back with a full band The Assembly Line: Jedd House upright bass, Dan Henshall on mandolin, Vera Colley on accordion and Allison Brown on guitar and vocals. … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriter Keith Kitchen, w. guest Jacob Moon, Thur Apr 20
Thursday April 20, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Saskatchewan’s Keith Kitchen brings his soothing voice and soulful acoustic guitar to the stage for the first time in Hamilton. His latest CD … Continue reading
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Acoustic Moments: Reggae dinner and show, Sat Apr 15
Saturday April 15, 2017. Acoustic Moments Easter weekend special dinner & show. Call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online **Dinner + show, doors 7:00, dinner 7:30 pm, $20 (SOLD OUT). **Show only, at 8:30 pm, some tickets at door only. … Continue reading
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Beg To Differ, special concert for Good Friday, April 14
Friday April 14, 2017, at 8 pm, $tba. Beg To Differ Trio present a special Good Friday concert. Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums. Unique renditions of blues, jazz and funk songs, drawing … Continue reading
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Artword Theatre: The Man in the Vault, Wed-Thur Apr 12-13
Wednesday April 12 and Thursday April 13, 2017, at 8 pm, pwyc/$10. Artword Theatre presents The Man in the Vault by Ronald Weihs. Based on actual events, the play explores how a CIA counter-intelligence scandal in the 1960s telescopes into the … Continue reading
Bluegrass with New Cumberland, + Ian Bell, Sat April 8
Saturday, April 8, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Back with some blazing hot bluegrass: The New Cumberland bluegrass band from London Ontario: Tom Burns vocals and guitar, Blair Heddle vocals, mandolin … Continue reading
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So Long Seven: jazz-world-folk blend… Fri Apr 7
Friday April 7, 2017 at 8 pm, $15. So Long Seven, a wonderful band that includes Neil Hendry (guitar, mandolin), William Lamoureux (violin), Ravi Naimpally (tabla) and Tim Posgate (banjo), returns to Artword Artbar (photo from show last year). So … Continue reading
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The Amy Project, the music of Amy Winehouse, Thurs Apr 6
Thursday April 6, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. To reserve call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online The Amy Project is a musical and storied journey outlining the short but tragic life of Amy Winehouse, the late British soul, blues and … Continue reading
The Rough & Tumble, Will Gillespie, Daniel Whitener, Wed Apr 5
Wednesday April 5, 2017 at 8 pm, $15/$10. A one-night-only music festival of folk, americana, bluegrass singer-songwriters at Artword Artbar. Three sets, headlined by Mallory Graham and Scott Tyler (The Rough and Tumble) on tour from the US, with guest … Continue reading
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Em & Joss (Emily Kemp & Jocelyn Russell vocal duo), Sat Apr 1
Saturday April 1, 2017, at 8 pm. $10. The powerhouse vocal duo Em & Joss (Emily Kemp and Jocelyn Russell) sing a wide variety of genres, including rock, jazz, pop, folk and blues, with some originals in the mix. Their … Continue reading
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Jazz: Chris Wallace’s Many Names Trio, Friday March 31
Friday March 31, 2017, at 8 pm, $15 / $10 students. A return visit from Chris Wallace‘s Many Names Trio: Adrean Farrugia on piano, Artie Roth on bass, Chris Wallace on drums. This top shelf trio will be playing classic … Continue reading
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60s Folk Revival Sing-a-long, Thurs March 30
Thursday March 30, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone returns to Artword Artbar. The 60s Folk Revival sing-a-long concert features Sue Peters (vocals), Michelle Rumball (vocals), … Continue reading
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Psychedelic jazz fusion, guitarist Doug Murphy, Wed Mar 29
Wednesday March 29, 2017, 8 pm, $10 reg / $5 students. A return appearance of “It Is What It Is” — fusion psychedelic jazz featuring the far-out fabulous Doug Murphy on guitar, with Alana Gunn bass, Oscar Galbraith drums, Mike … Continue reading
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Jennis: Dennis Gaumond & Jen Gillmor, folk-blues, Sat March 25
Saturday March 25, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Back at Artword Artbar! The wonderful folk-blues duo Jennis. Jennis brings together award-winning Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond‘s decades of experience writing and performing original blues and folk and the diverse musical experiences of … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriter M.E. Law, and guests, Fri Mar 24
Friday March 24, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 (or $15 includes CD). To reserve call Artword Artbar 905-543-8512, or Book online Singer-songwriter M.E. Law returns to Artword Artbar. She brings tales of her life to the table: songs behind the … Continue reading
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Jazz vocalist from Japan: Hisaka, w. George Koller, Thurs Mar 23
Thursday March 23, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Japanese jazz vocalist Hisaka is visiting from Tokyo, and will play a reunion concert with noted bassist George Koller. Also playing: Attila Fias on piano and Great Bob Scott on drums. This … Continue reading
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THEATRE: play-readings for The Future is Female Festival, Wed Mar 22
Wednesday March 22, 2017, at 7:30. Hamilton’s Make Art Theatre presents an evening of three play-readings as part of The Future is Female Festival. The plays featured are: ** How to Date a Politically-Correct Feminist (Or, the Compassion Experiment) by … Continue reading
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World Storytelling Day stories, Sun Mar 19, 2 to 4 pm
Sunday March 19, 2017, from 2 to 4 pm. Come listen to stories! In honour of World Storytelling Day, members of The Burlington Storytellers’ Guild tell Stories of Transformation. The tellers are Barb Vollick, Marina Lloyd, Suzanne Burchell, Bob Tadman, … Continue reading
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Sufjan Stevens Tribute Night, host Brad Cheeseman, Sat Mar 18
Saturday, March 18, 2017, at 8 pm, $10/$5 students. Come on and feel the Illinoise! Spend an evening hearing the music of Sufjan Stevens, delightfully reimagined and rearranged for an all-instrumental band of great local musicians, headed by bassist/composer Brad … Continue reading
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JAZZ: Adrean Farrugia Trio, with Drew Jurecka violin, Fri Mar 17
Friday March 17, 2017, at 8 pm, $15 / $10 students. Jazz with the Adrean Farrugia Trio featuring violinist Drew Jurecka. Adrean Farrugia piano, Drew Jurecka violin/vocals, Clark Johnston bass. Drew Jurecka, violinist, has spent ten years playing jazz in … Continue reading
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Artword Theatre: Mind Wars, Wed & Thurs Mar 15 & 16
Wednesday March 15 and Thursday March 16, 2017, at 8 pm, pwyc/$10. Artword Theatre presents Mind Wars: a theatre exploration about the 1960s, when politics became a struggle over reality and perception. Readings from actual testimony and interviews bring back … Continue reading
Grito de Mujer, a night of poetry and music, Sat Mar 11
Saturday March 11, 2017, at 8 pm, free. Grito de Mujer (Woman Scream) is a night of music and poetry that is part of the Woman Scream International Poetry Festival celebrated in March of each year. The night is dedicated … Continue reading
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Two Bands! Rock and blues! Fri March 10
Friday March 10, 2017, 8 pm, Art Crawl tip jar. A lively busy Friday night at Artword Artbar. Joey DePaiva, bass, and Shelby Crego, guitar, are bringing two bands from Mohawk Music, playing mostly rock and blues. One long set … Continue reading
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Tamara Buckland hosts Spoken Word Open Mic, Thurs March 9
Thursday March 9, 2017, 8 pm. An Open Mic for Spoken Word Artists, hosted by Tamara Buckland. View the event on Facebook and message Tamara to sign up. https://www.facebook.com/events/1362264643826507/
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Adrean Farrugia hosts Mohawk Music showcase series, Wed Mar 8
Wednesday March 8, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 / $5 students. A new showcase series from Mohawk College Music, featuring teachers and students coming together to make music, organized by pianist Adrean Farrugia (photo left) and bassist Clark Johnston. Mohawk … Continue reading
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CONCERT: Cootes Paradise, Sat March 4, 2017
Saturday March 4, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online A new powerhouse band of familiar faces: Cootes Paradise, a collective of six musicians who chose to play together, combining their many talents. Their music is roots-based: … Continue reading
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Cowboy Quartet: Vintage Sounds, w. Tiny Bill Cody, Fri Mar 3, 2017
Friday March 3, 2017, at 8:30 pm, $15. Tiny Bill Cody, vocals and guitar, and his Cowboy Quartet: Vintage Sounds show, with Mimi Shaw vocals/guitar, Orange McFarland bass, Jeff Griffiths drums. They will play your favourite country weepers, cowboy ballads, … Continue reading
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JAZZ: Samuel Bonnet Trio, w. guest Brad Cheeseman, Thurs Mar 2
Thursday March 2, 2017. at 8 pm, $15/ $10 students. Jazz with the Samuel Bonnet Trio, on tour from Montreal: Samuel Bonnet on guitar, Elli Miller-Maboungou on percussion and Julien Fillion on saxophone, with special guest Brad Cheeseman on bass. … Continue reading
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Jazz duo Alex Tomowich & Jesse Martel, Wed Mar 1, 2017
Wednesday March 1, 2017, at 8 pm, $5. Jazz duo Alex Tomowich (piano) and Jesse Martel (guitar) play a mixture of freely improvised jazz, as well as specially arranged jazz standards, and some jazz-based original compositions in multiple genres. Alex … Continue reading
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Santerías, Latin fusion band, Sat Feb 25, 2017
Saturday February 25, 2017, at 8 pm, $15 regular, $10 students. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online Warm up with Santerías, a Latin fusion band from Toronto. “Santerias is happy to bring their original sound of Rumba Funk to Hamilton for … Continue reading
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Songwriter Richard Garvey, Friday February 24, 2017
Friday February 24, 2017, at 8 pm, $10 or by donation. Our favourite troubadour/wandering minstrel Richard Garvey has a new CD in the works. He will play some of the new songs for us! Guest performers: Tom Dusome and Charlie … Continue reading
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DANCE: Night Journey, Learie Mc Nicolls, Wed-Thurs, Feb 22-23
Wednesday February 22 and Thursday February 23, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. Artword Theatre presents a Dance Showcase, featuring a new work called Night Journey, by dancer/choreographer Learie Mc Nicolls, choreographed to selected recorded music by solo bassist Wilbert De Joode. … Continue reading
The Ault Sisters, jazz vocalists, Sat Feb 18, 2017
Saturday February 18, 2017, at 8 pm. $15/$10 students. Reserve 905-543-8512 or Book online Back just after Valentine’s Day. Treat your sweetie to some sweet harmonies! Jazz with the incredible vocal trio The Ault Sisters. Experience the joy of sweet … Continue reading
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Jazzy blues w. the Kirkendolls, Fri Feb 17, 2017
Friday February 17, 2017, at 8 pm, cover pwyc. The Kirkendolls, a new local band: Mark Caruana on vocals and guitar, Tom Shea on bass, Jamie Shea on guitar, and Mario Laquintana on drums. The music is a mix of … Continue reading
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“Langston Hughes vs. Joe McCarthy” for Black History Month + Howard Jerome, Wed & Thurs Feb 15 & 16
Wednesday & Thursday, February 15 & 16, 2017, at 8 pm. Artword Theatre presents a remount of “Langston Hughes vs. Joe McCarthy”, a dramatic reading for Black History Month. Featuring Learie McNicolls, Tamara Buckland, and Howard Jerome. Conceived and directed … Continue reading
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Beg To Differ Trio, Sat Feb 11, 2017
Saturday February 11, 2017, 8 pm, tip jar. An Artword favourite, the high-energy Beg To Differ Trio playing blues / jazz / funk — Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums. Unique renditions of … Continue reading
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Art Crawl with Bill Lutes and the Art Crawlers, Fri Feb 10, 2017
Friday February 10, 2017, from 8 pm to 11 pm. Tip Jar for the band. An old-fashioned art-crawl, just like the good ol’ days, with Bill Lutes and The Art Crawlers: Bill Lutes guitar, vocals; Lilia Lutes very cool vocals; … Continue reading
The Acoustics, accordion-based music, Thurs, Feb 9, 2017
Thursday, February 9, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. The Acoustics are back at Artword! A lively band from the Hamilton area, they play their own original folk-rock, world-roots music. Alfonso Spoto on accordion, Bonnie Bell on violin, and Vince Spoto … Continue reading
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Adrean Farrugia hosts Mohawk Music showcase series, Feb 8 & Mar 8, 2017
Wednesday February 8, 2017, at 8 pm. A new showcase series from Mohawk College Music, featuring teachers and students coming together to make music, organized by pianist Adrean Farrugia (photo left) and bassist Clark Johnston. Mohawk students for Wed Feb. … Continue reading
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Queens of Quirk, Sat Feb 4, 2017
Saturday February 4, 2017, at 8 pm. Tickets $20, book online: https://www.bruha.com/event/523#tickets Hanna Bech hosts a new edition of Queens of Quirk, an evening celebrating the (un)conventionally cool. This time the evening involves music, silks, comedy and a radio musical. … Continue reading
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CONCERT: Stuart Laughton, and Radio Dial, Fri Feb 3, 2017
Friday February 3, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Reserve 905-543-8512 0r Book online Stuart Laughton is back with his wonderful Radio Dial show, and lots of new material. The lineup for Feb 3 includes Rebecca Campbell (guitar/vocals), Jim Clayton (piano), … Continue reading
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The Distillery Blues Trio + Ginger St. James, Thurs Feb 2, 2017
Thursday February 2, 2017, at 8 pm, $10. The Distillery is a blues trio from Toronto: Chloe Watkinson vocals, Neil Hendry acoustic and electric guitars, Jordan Safer harmonica, keys and lap steel guitar. Special guest Ginger St. James. http://thedistilleryblues.com/ Their … Continue reading
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Melissa Greener, singer-songwriter from Nashville, Wed Feb 1, 2017
Wednesday February 1, 2017, at 8 pm, by donation $10/$5 students. Singer-songwriter Melissa Greener special concert! Melissa writes: “I am a Nashville based folk-rock crooner, singer-songwriter. Corin Raymond is a friend of mine who suggested I reach out about booking … Continue reading
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Emily Kemp and her band Monkley Cascade, Sat Jan 28, 2017
Saturday January 28, 2017, at 8 pm, pwyc. Artword welcomes back vocalist Emily Kemp and her band Monkley Cascade: Scott McIntosh on guitar, Tom Altobelli on bass, Jordan Snider on drums. They will be playing a lively mix of Motown, … Continue reading
Andre Bisson & band, the Memphis Challenge Fundraiser, Fri Jan 27, 2017
Friday January 27, 2017, at 8 pm, $15. Online ticketing: https://www.ticketscene.ca/events/16952/ Here’s the story: Andre Bisson and his band won the Grand River Blues Society Road to Memphis Competition to compete at the 2017 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee … Continue reading
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Artword closed Dec 12-Jan 26, back Jan 27, 2017
Artword Artbar is taking a break. Last day of programming in 2016 is Sunday December 11, for our final matinee of our hit play Scroogissimo. First day of programming in 2017 is Friday January 27, for a big fundraiser for … Continue reading
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THEATRE: Scroogissimo returns! In time for party season! Nov 29 to Dec 11
November 29 to December 11, 2016, Tues to Sat at 8 pm, Sun mat at 2:30 pm. Tickets: Adults $25, Student $15, Child 14 and under $10. Tuesdays $10 at door. Please reserve (905-543-8512), as seating is limited. Or Book … Continue reading
Bossa nova jazz, Angela Turone & Chris Platt, Sat Nov 26, 9:30
Saturday November 26, 2016, at 9:30 pm (late show after performance of Princess), $10. The Bossa Duo, vocalist Angela Turone and jazz guitarist Chris Platt, perform original arrangements and interpretations of bossa nova and samba favourites, written by some of … Continue reading
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THEATRE: Princess, a new play by Sky Gilbert, Nov 17 to 27
Thurs-Sun Nov 17-20 and Thurs-Sun Nov 24-27, 2016. Thurs-Sat at 8 pm $15, Sun mats 2 pm pwyc. Princess, a Hammertheatre Production, is a new one-act play written and directed by Sky Gilbert. It stars Anna Chatterton (writer/performer in Quiver … Continue reading
THEATRE: MacBush the Musical returns! In time for the election! Nov 1-13
November 1 to 13, 2016. BACK for a 2-week run at Artword Artbar, in time for you-know-which election week! Tues-Sat 8 pm, Sun 2:30 pm. $25.00, or 2-show deal ($18 each) Book online MacBush, the Musical, by David L. Dawson and … Continue reading
Steel City Jazz Festival, Mike Malone Trio, Sun Oct 30 at 7:30
Sunday, October 30, 2016, 7:30 pm,. $15/$10 students. Book tickets online for Mike Malone Trio. Steel City Jazz Festival presents the Mike Malone Trio, featuring festival Artist-in-Residence Mike Malone on trumpet, with Adrean Farrugia on piano and Bob Shields on … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival, Jazz Vocalists double bill, The Ault Sisters & Aubrey Wilson, Sat Oct 29
Saturday October 29, 2016. 8 pm, $15/$10 students. Book tickets online Jazz Vocalists. Steel City Jazz Festival presents a double bill of jazz vocalists: The Ault Sisters and the Aubrey Wilson Quartet. The Ault Sisters: Amanda Ault, vocals; Alicia Ault, … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival: Rich Brown bass & Larnell Lewis drums, Fri Oct 28
Friday October 28, 2016, at 8 pm, $15 / $10 students. Book tickets online for Lewis.Brown. Steel City Jazz Festival presents Lewis.Brown, a new duo project: Larnell Lewis on drums and electronics, and Rich Brown on bass and electronics. https://steelcityjazzfest.com/ … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival, Kite Trio + Brad Cheeseman Trio, Thurs Oct 27
Thursday October 27, 2016, at 8 pm. $15/$10 students. Book tickets online Kite Trio + Brad Cheeseman Trio. Steel City Jazz Festival presents an evening of New Jazz Compositions, a double bill with Kite Trio from Montreal and Brad Cheeseman … Continue reading
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Steel City Jazz Festival, Andrew Downing’s Otterville, Wed Oct 26
Wednesday October 26, 2016, at 8 pm. $15/$10 students. Book tickets online Andrew Downing Otterville Andrew Downing’s Otterville, a co-production with Zula Presents and Steel City Jazz Festival. Andrew Downing, cello; Michael Davidson, vibraphone; Tara Davidson, alto saxophone; Paul Mathew, … Continue reading
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Bluegrass with New Cumberland, Sat Oct 22
Saturday October 22, 2016, at 8 pm, $15. Book online Back with more smokin’ hot bluegrass! The New Cumberland bluegrass band from London Ontario: Tom Burns – vocals and guitar, Blair Heddle – vocals, mandolin and dobro, Paul Hurdle – … Continue reading
Jazz with the Artie Roth Quartet, Friday Oct 21
Friday October 21, 2016, at 8 pm, $15 / $10 students. The Artie Roth Quartet performs new music from their recent album Discern. The Toronto-based jazz group: Artie Roth acoustic bass/compositions, Geoff Young electric guitar, Anthony Michelli drums, Mike Filice … Continue reading
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Jazz vocal jam w. Sue Ramsay Trio, Thurs Oct 20
Thursday October 20, 2016, at 8 pm, $10 /$5. Jazz vocalist Sue Ramsay hosts another of her jazz vocal jams, backed by Bob Shields on guitar, Adam Fielding on drums and Clark Johnston on stand-up bass. With some storytelling in the … Continue reading
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Scott Merritt, w. Jeff Bird, Sat Oct 15
Saturday October 15, 2016, at 8 pm, $15. (905-912-9083) Scott Merritt is back on tour with the second pressing of his new record Of, with Jeff Bird (Cowboy Junkies) accompanying on upright bass and other instruments. The record Of received … Continue reading
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Jazz/blues/soul vocalist Siona Neale, Fri Oct 14
Friday October 14, 2016, 8 pm, $10. Hamiltonian Siona Neale sings jazz/blues/soul classics, as a duo with guitarist James Ruben. Remembrance is a key theme, with timeless songs by Nina Simone, Marvin Gaye, Etta James, Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald, … Continue reading
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Zula Presents: Samuel Blaser Quartet + Hübsch/Martel/Zoubek, Thurs Oct 13
Thursday October 13, 2016, at 8 pm, $20. Zula Presents a concert in their fall line-up of new music. https://zulapresents.org/ Samuel Blaser Quartet (Berlin/NY/Barcelona/Lucerne): Samuel Blaser trombone, Russ Lossing piano, Masa Kamaguchi bass, Gerry Hemingway drums. Swiss trombonist Samuel Blaser, … Continue reading
Shavini Fernando, jazz and K-pop, Wed Oct 12
Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at 8 pm, $10 / $5 students. Shavini Fernando sings a solo evening of jazz standards (with some K-pop). Shavini is a vocalist, songwriter and a recent graduate of Mohawk College (Diploma of Applied Music with … Continue reading
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Corin Raymond’s Moving to Hamilton show, Sat Oct 8
Saturday October 8, 2016 at 8 pm, $15. Call 905-543-8512 to reserve. A concert by songwriter Corin Raymond, accompanied by Treasa Levasseur on accordion, keyboard and back-up vocals and Brian Kobayakawa on bass. Corin writes: This is my We’re Movin’ … Continue reading
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Jazz, fusion, funk w. Nezqwik, Fri Oct 7
Friday, October 7, 2016, at 8 pm, $10 /$5. Nezqwik, a 7 piece band from Hamilton, plays jazz, hip hop, fusion, funk, R&B. They are inspired by Snarky Puppy, The Funky Knuckles, Lettuce, and various other groups of jazz-ish nature. … Continue reading
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Big Dance Little Stage, Wed & Thurs Oct 5 & 6, 8 pm
Wednesday and Thursday, October 5 & 6, 2016, 8 pm, $10. The next edition of Big Dance Little Stage, our ongoing contemporary dance showcase series hosted by choreographer Learie Mc Nicolls. The BDLS showcases are an exciting opportunity for dancers … Continue reading
Zula Presents: Nick Fraser Quartet, Sun Oct 2 at 2 pm
Sunday October 2, 2016, at 2 pm, $15. Zula Presents a concert in their fall line-up of new music. The Nick Fraser Quartet: Nick Fraser drums, Tony Malaby saxophones, Rob Clutton double bass, AndrewDowning cello. The lifeblood of free jazz … Continue reading
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CANCELLED Sat Oct 1: Kitchen Orkestra & guests. Call us for more info 905-912-9083
CANCELLED Saturday October 1, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Sorry, but both bands cancelled out of this concert. Kitchen Orkestra is an acoustic band that likes to dip into many styles, serving up sizzlin’ balkan melodies, cookin’ celtic tunes, and … Continue reading
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closed, no event, Fri Sept 30
Friday, September 30, 2016. Closed. No event.
60s Folk Revival Sing-a-long, Thurs Sept 29
Thursday September 29, 2016, at 8 pm, $15. Back by popular demand! Book online Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone, a 60s Folk Revival sing-a-long concert, a 60s Folk Revival sing-a-long concert, with Sue Peters (vocals), Michelle Rumball (vocals), … Continue reading
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Harrison Kennedy, Roots en Route events at Artword, Wed Sept 28
Roots en Route Festival of World Music, Dance, Spoken Word, presented by Matapa in multiple venues. http://www.matapa.org/ and http://rootsenroutefest.com/new-events/ Events at Artword Artbar: Wednesday, September 28, 2016, at 7:30 pm. Renowned blues artist Harrison Kennedy in the intimate cafe setting … Continue reading
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Trinite, Roots en Route events at Artword, Mon Sept 26
Roots en Route Festival of World Music, Dance, Spoken Word, presented by Matapa in multiple venues. http://www.matapa.org/ and http://rootsenroutefest.com/new-events/ Events at Artword Artbar: Monday, September 26, 2016, 8:30 pm. $20 (advance reserve 905-543-8512), $25 door. Trinite dance trio: Nickeshia Garrick ,(Canada); … Continue reading
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Dance: Learie Mc Nicolls, Roots en Route at Artword, Sun Sept 25
Roots en Route Festival of World Music, Dance, Spoken Word, presented by Matapa in multiple venues. http://www.matapa.org/ and http://rootsenroutefest.com/new-events/ Events at Artword Artbar: Sunday, September 25, 2016, 8 pm, $20 (advance reserve 905-543-8512), $25 door. Artword Theatre presents a dance … Continue reading
Hannah Shira Naiman, banjo + Niagara String Band, Sat Sept 24
Saturday September 24, 2016, at 8 pm, $8 advance (905-543-8512), at door $10, $5 students. Hannah Shira Naiman, singer/banjoist from Toronto, brings you original songs, played on the clawhammer banjo, sung with the appalachian sound. “Songs not from the mountains, … Continue reading
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India to Scotland: Neeraj Prem & Ruth Sutherland, Roots en Route, Fri Sept 23
Roots en Route Festival of World Music, Dance, Spoken Word, presented by Matapa in multiple venues. http://www.matapa.org/ and http://rootsenroutefest.com/new-events/ Events at Artword Artbar: Friday September 23, 2016, 8 pm, $25 door, $20 advance*. India to Scotland: Neeraj Prem and Ruth … Continue reading
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Acoustic Moments, reggae concert & dinner, Sat Sept 17
Saturday September 17, 2016, doors 7:30 pm, dinner 8 pm, show 9 pm. Dinner and show $20 (must reserve), show only $10 at door. Mr. Jay hosts another fabulous Acoustic Moments show & dinner, with world-class reggae music by The … Continue reading
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Supercrawl special Jazz: Chris Maskell Quartet, Sun Sept 11, 2-4 pm
Sunday September 11, 2016, afternoon 2 to 4 pm, $10 or by donation, students $5. Supercrawl special concert: Jazz with the Chris Maskell Quartet: Chris Maskell saxophone and compositions, Gentiane MG piano, Levi Dover bass, Louis-Vincent Hamel drums. Chris Maskell … Continue reading
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Supercrawl special, Blues w. Beg To Differ Trio, Sat Sept 10
Saturday September 10, 2016, 8 pm, tip jar. Supercrawl special. An Artword favourite, the high-energy Beg To Differ Trio playing blues / jazz / funk — Tim Ninehouse on keyboards, vocals; Doug Sikma on guitar; Steve Foster on drums. Unique … Continue reading
Supercrawl special, R&B / soul w. Andre Bisson and band, Fri Sept 9
Friday September 9, 2016, 8 pm, $10. (Supercrawl weekend special concert at Artword Artbar.) Kicking off our Fall season, award-winning soul and R&B vocalist André Bisson and his band: André Bisson (vocals/guitar), Loretta Hale (trumpet), Simon Wheeldon (tenor sax), Mike … Continue reading
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closed to Sept 8
Artword Artbar is closed from July 24 to Sept 8, 2016. Contact us by email artword@artword.net.
“the best thing you see at the Fringe this year” review by Amos Crawley
Once I Lived in the Box Review by Amos Crawley, Published July 20, 2016 https://raisethehammer.org/fringe/2988/once_i_lived_in_the_box Once I Lived In The Box is a dire warning. It’s a tired and nearly, nearly defeated voice crying out in the middle of … Continue reading
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“Visceral, raw strength…” “passionately and creatively written and performed”
Once I Lived in the Box Review in View Magazine July 21 2016 by Heather Baer Visceral, raw strength are words which came to mind while watching Once I Lived in the Box, a full-length dance work passionately and creatively … Continue reading
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Gary Smith rave reviews for Box and Toller
Out there on the Fringe: Three plays that take us on a journey of discovery Gary Smith The Hamilton Spectator, 16 Jul 2016 Gary Smith has written on theatre and dance for The Hamilton Spectator for more than 30 years. … Continue reading
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DANCE: Once I Lived in the Box, FRINGE: July 19, 20, 21, 22, 23
SIX SHOWS: Tues- Fri July 19-22, 2016, at 9:00 pm; Sat July 23 at 6:00 & 9:00 pm. Running time 60 minutes. Tickets $10: hamiltonfringe.ca/tickets/ or at door. Artword Theatre presents Once I Lived in the Box, a dance work … Continue reading
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Sky Gilbert’s Toller, Hamilton Fringe Fest, July 14, 15, 16, 17
Thurs July 14 & Fri July 15 at 8 pm, Sat July 16 at 4 & 8 pm, Sun July 17 at 2 pm. Tickets $10: Hamilton Fringe website (http://hamiltonfringe.ca/tickets/) or at the door. Venue: Artword Artbar, BYOV. TOLLER, about … Continue reading
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Smiling Jack Smith, Sue Leonard, Cindy Dell, Michael J. Birthelmer, Sun July 10, at 3 pm
Sunday July 10, 2016, from 3 to 6 pm, $15 door / $10 advance 905-543-8512. Book advance tix online Spend a special Sunday afternoon with blues singer-songwriter Smiling Jack Smith, “Spain’s blues poet”, visiting Canada on tour from his home … Continue reading
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R&B, Motown, Soul w. Andre Bisson and band, Sat July 9
Saturday July 9, 2016, 8 pm, $10. Back for a hot night! Award-winning soul and R&B vocalist André Bisson on guitar, vocals; Loretta Hale, trumpet; Aaron Bowers tenor sax; Simon Wheeldon, bari sax; Mike Rowell, bass, Sean Bruce Parker, drums. … Continue reading
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Danielle Knibbe Trio, plus Hanna Bech & Marie Avery, Fri July 8
Friday July 8, 2016, at 8 pm, $10 /pwyc. Headlining the evening is singer-songwriter Danielle Knibbe and her country-tinged folk trio (Bryn Besse guitar and Connor Walsh bass). “Combining bittersweet vocals, aching lyrics, and indelible melodies, with the tight instrumental … Continue reading
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Latin music: Fito Molina and Jorge Gavidia, Thurs July 7
Thursday July 7, 2016, 8 pm, $10. Fito Molina and Jorge Gavidia are two Latino musicians who fuse the traditional folk sounds of Latin America with the Afro-Caribbean heritage and some hints of jazz. Together they bring a repertoire that … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriters Marion M.E. Law and Sarah Farr, Sat July 2
Saturday July 2, 2016, $12 advance, $15 door. Book advance tix online Marion (M.E.) Law, a talented Canadian folk artist currently living in San Diego, is playing at Artword Artbar on her way to the Canterbury Folk Festival in Ingersol. … Continue reading
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Jazz w. North Pandemic Groove, quartet from Japan, Thurs June 30
Thursday June 30, 2016, 8 pm, $15 reg/$10 students. Book tickets online Jazz, funk and fusion with jazz festival winners North Pandemic Groove, performing at Artword Artbar as part of their Ontario festival tour. Band members Takezo Yamada (trumpet) (photo … Continue reading
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The CAROUSEL Paper Roadshow, Wed June 29
Wednesday June 29, 2016, 8 pm, free admission. The CAROUSEL Paper Roadshow. CAROUSEL, an innovative and beautifully designed art/lit journal, is taking it on the road this summer — getting out of Toronto and touring to 8 cities across Ontario, … Continue reading
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Something Else Festival of Creative Music: Alexander Hawkins Trio, Sat June 25
Saturday, June 25, 2016, at 8 pm, $15: https://www.picatic.com/u/359727/events Email: cem@zulapresents.org http://zulapresents.org/. The Alexander Hawkins Trio. Part of The Something Else Festival of Creative Music, 2016, hosted by Zula Presents and Cem Zafir. Neil Charles, double bass, Alexander Hawkins, piano, compositions, … Continue reading
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Jazz w. Brad Cheeseman Group, Friday June 24
Friday June 24, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. The Brad Cheeseman Group performs music from their 2015 self-titled album. Brad Cheeseman – electric bass, Robert Chapman – guitar, Sam Kogen – piano/keys, Marito Marques – drums, Chelsea McBride – tenor … Continue reading
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“Open Mic for Open Streets” Sun June 19, from 11 am to 4 pm
Sunday June 19, 2016, from 11 am to 4 pm. Free. Artword Artbar’s traditional “Open Mic for Open Streets“, at the corner of Colbourne and James, hosted by Ron the Fiddler. We will bring out our sound system and a … Continue reading
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Something Else Festival of Creative Music, THE THING, Sat June 18, 8 & 10 pm
Saturday June 18, 2016. The Something Else Festival of Creative Music, 2016, hosted by Zula Presents and Cem Zafir. Tickets and Passes: $15 single concert, Pass 3-pack $35 , Pass 4-pack $45, Pass full festival $75. https://www.picatic.com/u/359727/events Email: cem@zulapresents.org http://zulapresents.org/ … Continue reading
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Something Else Festival of Creative Music, Out Louds 6 pm, Castor et Compagnie 8 pm, Luc Ex’ Assemblée 10 pm, June 17
Friday June 17, 2016. The Something Else Festival of Creative Music, 2016, hosted by Zula Presents and Cem Zafir. Tickets and Passes: $15 single concert, Pass 3-pack $35 , Pass 4-pack $45, Pass full festival $75. https://www.picatic.com/u/359727/events Email: cem@zulapresents.org http://zulapresents.org/ … Continue reading
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Big Dance, Little Stage, w. Learie Mc Nicolls, Wed-Thurs June 15-16
Wednesday June 15 and Thursday June 16, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Choreographer/dancer Learie Mc Nicolls curates and hosts edition #11 of Big Dance, Little Stage, an evening of contemporary dance works for a small stage. An exciting opportunity for … Continue reading
Latin Jazz with vocalist Elizabeth Rodriguez and band, Sat June 11
Saturday, June 11, 2016, at 8 pm, $10 reg / $5 students. We are pleased to have this wonderful jazz performer back at Artword Artbar — Cuban vocalist and violinist Elizabeth Rodriguez and her band Eli’s Quartet. Band members: Elizabeth … Continue reading
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Jazz with Chris Wallace’s Many Names Trio, Friday June 10
Friday June 10, 2016, at 8 pm, $15 / $10 students. Jazz with Chris Wallace‘s Many Names Trio: Adrean Farrugia on piano, Artie Roth on bass, Chris Wallace on drums. They will be exploring original compositions by each of the … Continue reading
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Psychedelic jazz fusion, Doug Murphy, Thur June 9
Thursday June 9, 2016, 8 pm, $10 reg / $5 students. A return appearance of “It Is What It Is” — fusion psychedelic jazz featuring the far-out fabulous Doug Murphy on guitar. All original compositions, mostly by Doug himself. Also … Continue reading
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Singers Playground Workshop w Micah Barnes, Sat June 4, 1 to 5 pm
Saturday June 4, 2016, 1:00 to 5:00 pm, workshop. Singers Playground Workshop w Micah Barnes, Micah writes: “While performing in Hamilton, I’ll will be coaching a workshop! Please do tell your pals!” Former Nylon and founder of Singers Playground will … Continue reading
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Micah Barnes “New York Stories”, Fri & Sat, June 3 & 4
Friday June 3 and Saturday June 4, 2016, at 8 pm. $15 advance / $20 at the door. Two shows! Book advance tix online The fabulous chart-topping jazz singer-songwriter Micah Barnes is returning to Artword Artbar for a two-show run … Continue reading
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Big Fat Greek Jewish Music Night, Thurs June 2
Thursday June 2, 2016, at 8 pm, $15, $10 students/seniors. Big Fat Greek Jewish Music Night: The Horables and Friends of Markos bring you a night of Klezmer and Rebetiko. They will be swapping scales, musical instruments and languages. Come for … Continue reading
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Folk-blues duo Jennis: Dennis Gaumond & Jen Gillmor, Sat May 28
Saturday May 28, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Back at Artword Artbar! The wonderful folk-blues duo Jennis. Jennis brings together award-winning Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond‘s decades of experience writing and performing original blues and folk and the diverse musical experiences of … Continue reading
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Jazz w. the Adam Fielding Trio, Fri May 27
Friday May 27, 2016, at 8 pm. $10. Jazz with Adam Fielding on drums, Matthew Flemming on guitar and Jon Stemmler on bass. They will be performing jazz and pop standards in their own unique way. More details coming.
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60s Folk Revival Sing-a-long, Thurs May 26
Thursday May 26, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Book online Where Have All The Folk Songs Gone, a 60s Folk Revival sing-a-long concert, with Sue Peters (vocals), Michelle Rumball (vocals), Dwight Peters (vocals, 6 & 12 string guitars) and … Continue reading
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Sunday Brunch with singer-songwriters Annie and Rose-Erin, Sun May 22 at noon
Sunday May 22, 2016, from noon to 3 pm. A Victoria Day Weekend Special Treat. A homemade Trinidad Brunch by chef Learie Mc Nicolls, starting at noon, PLUS a full concert by touring singer-songwriters Annie Sumi and Rose-Erin Stokes starting … Continue reading
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Jazz with Hans Luchs Trio from Chicago, + Scott Taplay Group, Sat May 21
Saturday May 21, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. On tour from Chicago, Hans Luchs, jazz guitarist, with Aaron Zachary on double bass, and Peter Manheim on drums. Opening set by one of our favourites, the Scott Taplay Group. Guitarist Hans … Continue reading
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Stuart Laughton’s Radio Dial is back! Friday May 20
Friday May 20, 2016, at 8 pm. $15. Book online The multi-talented trumpeter-singer Stuart Laughton is back with a new edition of his wonderfully eclectic Radio Dial show. He tells us this will be “an almost entirely new program, and … Continue reading
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Hamilton Poetry Centre Open Reading, Thurs May 19, 7-9 pm
Thursday May 19, 2016, 7 pm. Free. The Hamilton Poetry Centre presents its annual Open Reading. Everyone is welcome to attend and to read. Established in 1983, the Hamilton Poetry Centre works to support and encourage the writing and appreciation … Continue reading
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New Cumberland Bluegrass Band, Sat May 14
Saturday May 14, 2016, at 8 pm, $15. Book online Back at Artword, New Cumberland, a bluegrass band from London Ontario: Tom Burns – vocals and guitar, Blair Heddle – vocals, mandolin and dobro, Paul Hurdle – vocals and banjo, … Continue reading
Jazz with the Aubrey Wilson Quartet, Fri May 13
Friday May 13, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Jazz with the Aubrey Wilson Quartet, featuring Chris Bruder on piano, Tom Altobelli on bass, Sean Bruce Parker on drums and bandleader Aubrey Wilson on vocals. Another Aurtword favourite, the Aubrey Wilson … Continue reading
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Jazz vocal jam w. Sue Ramsay Trio, … Apr 14, May 12
Second Thursdays: Feb 11, Mar 10, April 14, May 12, 2016 (last one for the season), at 8 pm, $10 /$5. Jazz vocalist Sue Ramsay hosts a jazz vocal jam, backed by Bob Shields on guitar and Clark Johnston on … Continue reading
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Jazz with Kite Trio from Montreal, + Scott Taplay Group, Wed May 11
Wednesday May 11, 2016, 8 pm, $10. We are pleased to welcome back the extraordinary Kite Trio, an innovative jazz trio from Montreal: guitarist Eric Couture, drummer Eric Dew, and upright bassist Paul Van Dyk. http://kitetrio.com/ PLUS an opening set … Continue reading
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THEATRE: MacBush, the Musical, by David Dawson, April 26 to May 8
MacBush the Musical RETURNS Nov 1 to 13, 2016! Click here https://www.artword.net/artbar/ Tuesday April 26 to Sunday May 8, 2016, a two-week run at Artword Theatre / Artword Artbar. MacBush, the Musical, by David L. Dawson and directed by … Continue reading
MacBush, the Musical, full text of three wonderful reviews
Theatre Review of MacBush the Musical by Allison M. Jones, View Magazine, May 5-11, 2016 Hamilton’s Artword Artbar is a small place with a lot of heart. Its theatre ensemble has taken on the ambitious MacBush the Musical, a “mash … Continue reading
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Love & Spring: vocalist Colina Phillips w. Stacie McGregor piano, Fri Apr 22
Friday April 22, 2016, at 8 pm, $15. Love & Spring, a jazz cabaret with vocalist Colina Phillips: “Love and Spring go heart in hand. That’s what my repertoire will reflect.” Joining Colina are Stacie McGregor (piano), Mike Milligan (bass) … Continue reading
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Jude Johnson, w. Carl Horton & Mike Malone, Sat Apr 16
Saturday, April 16, 2016, at 8 pm, $15. To reserve call 905-543-8512, or 905-912-9083. Hamilton’s favourite songstress, the one-and-only Jude Johnson returns to Artword Artbar, with Carl Horton on piano and Mike Malone on trumpet. She’ll sing her jazz standard … Continue reading
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Singer-songwriters Jane Lewis & Joni NehRita, Fri Apr 15
Friday April 15, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Join us for an evening of music with Guelph singer-songwriters Jane Lewis and Joni NehRita. An engaging mix of classic pop and jazz-tinged soul — originals and covers. Joni NehRita is a … Continue reading
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Hamilton Regional Writers Group, meetings… Wed Apr 13, …
Monthly meetings, 2016, 7-10 pm. (Tues Feb 9, Tues March 8, Wed April 13, Tues May 10), at Artword Artbar. The Hamilton Regional Writers Group is a Songwriters Association of Canada (SAC) supported community in which songwriters can support each … Continue reading
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Opera comediennes Millan & Faye: The Opera! Sat April 9
Saturday April 9, 2016, at 8 pm. $20. Call 905-543-8512 or 905-912-9083 to reserve (online ticketing is closed). Millan & Faye Present: The Opera! In a special appearance at Artword Artbar, opera comedienne Kyra Millan and her music partner Tina … Continue reading
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Jazz with the Aaron Z Trio, Fri April 8
Friday April 8, 2016, at 8 pm, $10, plus tip jar for Art Crawl. Jazz with the Aaron Z Trio, featuring piano composer Aaron Zukewich playing our baby grand, with Tyler Goertzen on drums and Clark Johnston on bass. The … Continue reading
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Jazz with the ON TOPIC Trio, Thurs April 7
Thursday April 7, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Jazz with the On Topic Trio, a collaborative effort from guitarist Kim Ratcliffe, drummer Aubrey Dayle from Toronto, and bassist Brad Cheeseman from Hamilton. Returning to Artword Artbar after a packed show … Continue reading
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Cowboy Quartet: Tiny Bill Cody, Sat April 2
Saturday April 2, 2016, at 8:30 pm, $15. Tiny Bill Cody, vocals and guitar, is back with his Cowboy Quartet: Tiny Bill Cody, Mimi Shaw, Orange McFarland, Jeff Griffiths. Tiny Bill explains: Here are four musicians who share a love … Continue reading
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Worst Pop Band Ever and Sophia Perlman, Fri April 1
Friday April 1, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. The Worst Pop Band Ever aka WPBE, featuring Adrean Farrugia (piano/keys) and Chris Gale (sax), along with Drew Birston (bass) and Tim Shia (drums). After a packed house during the Steel City … Continue reading
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Inside the Songs: Avery, Straker, Wells, triple-bill, Thurs Mar 31
Thursday March 31, 2016, at 8:00 pm, $8 advance / $10 at door. Book advance price online Inside the Songs, singer-songwriters in the round. Three wonderful songwriters who have all played Artword Artbar’s piano in the past, are combining forces … Continue reading
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Big Dance, Little Stage, w. Learie Mc Nicolls, Wed-Thurs Mar 23-24, Thurs Apr 21
Wednesday March 23 and Thursday March 24, 2016, at 8 pm, $10. Choreographer/dancer Learie Mc Nicolls curates and hosts edition #9 of Big Dance, Little Stage, an evening of contemporary dance works for a small stage. An exciting opportunity for … Continue reading
World Storytelling Day, two events, Sun Mar 20
Sunday March 20, 2016. Two events to celebrate World Storytelling Day: ** 2:30 to 4:30 pm: Stories of Discovery by participants in the McMaster Discovery Program. ** 5 to 7 pm: Strong Women Burning Brightly, a concert celebrating the wit, … Continue reading
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Earth Hour: music, story, dance by candle-light, host Tom Dusome, Sat Mar 19
Saturday March 19, 2016, at 8 pm. A candle-lit unplugged evening of song, story and dance performance, in honour of Earth Hour. Host is singer-songwriter Tom Dusome. Special guest Charly Chiarelli playing blues harmonica by candle-light. AND dancer/choreographer Learie Mc … Continue reading